Another bank holiday weekend at home is on the horizon and if you’re looking for things to do from the compulsory comfort of home, you’ve come to the right place.
With VE Day approaching we’re in the spirit of remembrance and of giving thanks, not only to the sacrifices of the war generation but to those providing essential services during the fight against Covid-19. With that in mind, in this week’s hand- picked guide to the best virtual events from Nottingham and Nottinghamshire we’ve selected four fabulous things to do this weekend which are also raising funds for some fantastic charities at this difficult time.
It goes without saying that many of us are facing financial strain right now, and it’s important to remember that helping to spread the word can be just as valuable as a monetary donation.
We’ve got more virtual events on this page of our website, or you can use #NottGoingOut to connect with us on Twitter , Facebook or Instagram.
Southwell Minster will be joining with cathedrals across the country to mark VE through The Big Picnic for Hope to honour heroes past and present, from the war generation to those fighting on today’s ‘homefront’ in the Covid-19 crisis. The idea is pretty simple – each household enjoys their own picnic, shares their pictures online using #BigPicnicForHope and supports the JustGiving campaign using #Feed5000. The project aims to raise £5000 for the Trussell Trust, who support a nationwide network of food banks and provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty. |
Virtual Tour of Nottingham: Soldiers, sculpture and Lord SnootyWhen: Saturday 9 May, 10.30am | Where: Zoom | Donations to Maggie’s Nottingham encouraged Enjoy a Saturday morning stroll around the city and discover a little of Nottingham’s fascinating history with a virtual tour from Gold Star Guides. Expect to see the delicate decoration on a royal terrace, explore the design of the First World War memorial, and find out the connection between Nottingham and the comic character Lord Snooty. Gold Star Guides are offering a new virtual tour each Saturday in May and requesting a donation to Maggie's Nottingham instead of payment for the tour. Maggie's provides invaluable help for anyone affected by cancer and is entirely reliant on the kindness of its donors for funding. |
Nottingham’s Big Night In fundraiser for Nottinghamshire HospiceWhen: Saturday 9 May, 8pm | Where: Facebook live | Donations to Nottinghamshire Hospice gratefully received. For more information, please click here. |
Mission Possible: The Big Sleep InWhen: Saturday 9 May | Where: Your at-home secret spy base | £10 donation to Framework |
This blog was written by Claire Jones, Marketing Assistant at Visit Nottinghamshire.
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